Luxury Fashion Specialist (Authenticator) Job at The RealReal in Phoenix
The RealReal, Phoenix, AZ, United States, 85003
Overview
Luxury Fashion Specialist (Authenticator) – The RealReal
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About The Role
Our Authentication Centers (warehouses) are where the magic happens! The Art & Science of Real comes to life within our facilities located in New Jersey and Arizona — combining the knowledge of hundreds of luxury experts with cutting-edge, proprietary technology. As consigned goods travel into our facilities, the team processes, authenticates, and photographs each item in preparation for listing to our website.
As an Authenticator at The RealReal, you will be responsible for inspecting and processing incoming consigned products and entering supporting data into our inventory system. Our ideal candidates are team-players with a passion for sustainable luxury, and keen attention to detail. If you are a self-motivated individual with a background in fashion retail and a desire to build upon your knowledge of luxury, this could be the perfect match!
What You Get To Do Every Day
- Review and authenticate luxury clothing, handbags, shoes, and accessories using TRR methodology and adhering to acceptance and condition standards
- Evaluate quality of materials and construction
- Reference internal authentication resources to accurately review products
- Remain well-versed on current brand trends & developments
- Notate and report details of product into back-end TRR system
What You Bring To The Role
Minimum Requirements:
- Experience working in the retail or fashion industry
- Strong fashion knowledge – including top designers and brands, current trends, fabrics, garment construction, etc.
- Proven ability to excel in a high-volume, repetitive environment
- Self-motivation and a drive to achieve results
- Exceptional attention to detail and organization skills
- Adaptability and openness to change
- Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds (moving and sorting product, etc.)
- Ability to stand for a minimum of 8 hours at a time
- Ability to read and write in English
- Proficiency with Mac OS and Google Suite
Preferred Requirements:
- College degree in fashion studies/merchandising, textiles studies, etc.
- Experience working in authentication roles
Compensation, Benefits, + Perks
- Hourly base pay + incentive pay based on performance/quota targets achieved. Applicable to employees who work a minimum of 40 hours per month.
- $50 in monthly food credits to apply to snacks and meals that are available for purchase on site
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401K with Company Match
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid parental leave
- 18 Paid Time Off (PTO) Days (PTO starts accruing on first day of work) & 10 Paid Holidays
- State of the art, climate-controlled warehouse facility
Salary information: The expected hourly rate for this role is $18-$18.5. To determine starting pay we carefully consider a variety of factors, including primary work location and an evaluation of a candidate’s skills, experience, market demands, and internal parity. Salary is part of TRR’s total rewards package and may be complemented by bonuses, incentive pay, and benefits.
The RealReal is the world’s largest online marketplace for authenticated, resale luxury goods, with 37 million members. We have hundreds of in-house gemologists, horologists, and brand authenticators who inspect thousands of items each day. As a sustainable company, we give new life to pieces by thousands of brands across numerous categories—including women’s and men’s fashion, fine jewelry and watches, art, and home—in support of the circular economy. We provide free virtual appointments, in-home pickup, drop-off, and direct shipping. We handle all of the work for consignors, including authenticating, using AI and machine learning to determine optimal pricing, photographing and listing their items, as well as shipping and customer service.
The RealReal is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or Veteran status. We consider qualified applicants regardless of arrest or conviction records. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The physical demands include standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and lifting up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities are required.
Senioriry level
- Associate
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
- Industries
- Retail Apparel and Fashion
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